Clearly Methodical
From the design studios of legendary Dublin , California based Ness Enterprises and available for dealers worldwide , the Ness ‘ Method ’ line runs from performance air cleaners and handlebar dampening kits to risers and fork braces . The company ’ s patent pending forged billet aluminum ‘ Method ’ clear series performance air cleaners feature a polycarbonate window allowing you to view the internal working of the air intake system . The forged billet aluminum backing plate includes the patented Ness internal hidden breather backing plate technology , eliminating the need for external hoses or hardware for a virtually closed loop system . The polycarbonate window is coated with proprietary films that prevent oil adhesion , yellowing , or marring from engine oil or UV exposure . The radius air inlet provides unobstructed airflow into engine and a washable and reusable high performance black , pre-oiled cotton gauze filter optimizes flow and filtration ; recharge kits are available separately . They are available in chrome , black anodize with contrast and all black anodize finish ; each kit includes backing plate , forged filter housing , clear polycarbonate top , filter , gaskets and necessary hardware . Fitments include ’ 08- ’ 16 and ’ 15- ’ 17 FLST ( excluding FLSTB ), ‘ 00- ’ 17 Twin Cams ( except Fly by Wire ), ’ 88- ‘ 18 XL Sportsters and 2017 and up M-8 models . Engineered and tested to eliminate flex in the stock fork assembly , the high strength ‘ Method ’ forged fork brace has been “ meticulously CNC machined to perfection ” and upgrades the look of the machine while increasing stability at both high and low speeds . The forged construction eliminates flex in the fork assembly , the race inspired design installs without disassembly of front end , available in chrome or black anodized finish . New for 2018 , the ‘ Method ’ riser line is CNC machined from forged billet aluminum for reduced weight and maximum strength . Machined windows and accent pockets reduce weight and add to the clean , aggressive styling .
The CNC machined recess on the bottom of the riser eliminates the need for a top cup washer on the handlebar dampener kit for a cleaner look and more positive feel . It has a 1 ” clamping area and additional billet spacers and hardware are included with each riser kit to give the option to accept factory gauge mounts with 4.25 ” mounting hole . Available in 10 ”, 6 ” and 2.5 ” in black or chrome . Ness also has a full line of adjustable handlebars and handlebar clamps that allow the bar to be adjusted precisely to the owner ’ s riding style . Generally considered a “ must ” when changing to aftermarket handlebars or risers , the Ness handlebar dampening kit uses proprietary polyurethane bushings , inner steel sleeves and heavy duty chrome cup washers that do not bend or distort to eliminate handlebar flex and add a more positive and rigid feel to the handlebar while isolating vibration . A flush mounting kit option uses 303 stainless steel cup washers that have been polished to a chromelike finish , available with coarse or fine thread .
ARLEN NESS ENTERPRISES Dublin , California , USA Tel : 925 479 6350 contact @ arlenness . com www . arlenness . com
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